Goldstone, Jack A.

Revolutions: A Very Short Introduction (VERY SHORT INTRODUCTIONS)

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ISBN 13:: 9780197666302
author:: Goldstone, Jack A.
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Oxford University Press Inc
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2024
Pages:: 160
Dimensions:: 17.4 x 11.3 x 0.9 centimetres (0
Genre:: Nonfiction, Education, General,
Condition:: New
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Revolutions: A Very Short Introduction by Jack A. Goldstone provides an in-depth exploration of the complex and often violent world of revolutions. From ancient city-states to modern-day movements, this book examines the strategies, successes, and failures of revolutionaries as they challenge established power structures. Goldstone traces the development of revolutions through history, highlighting key events such as the American liberal constitutional revolution and the communist revolutions of the 20th century. He also delves into the role of social media and nonviolence in modern revolutions, shedding light on the causes of revolutionary waves and the intersection between revolutions and shifting patterns of global power. This new edition offers a fresh perspective on the major theories of revolution, exploring diverse outcomes such as democracy, civil war, and authoritarian rule. With its comprehensive approach, Revolutions: A Very Short Introduction is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of revolutionary change.

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